i have a blood clot in my left leg should i go see a dcotor? or will it heal on it's own? i am afraid that if i see a doctor he will cut my leg off i am not sure what to do i am in a lot of pain please help
2006-08-11 08:58:08 · 17 answers · asked by zepher 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
GO TO A DOCTOR YOU FOOL
If it gets serious you could get a stroke or even die
2006-08-11 09:01:54 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is very serious. A blood clot is a coagulation (most of the time) of the blood, and there will be a time where that clot moves to a smaller blood vessel causing blood deficiency in that particular organ or tissue. Lack of blood in a particular tissue means no oxygen to the cells, which means the cells will die (and so will the organ). You'd be doing yourself a great favor to see the doctor as soon as you can, it's not an emergency but try to go to the doctor within the next few days if possible. Don't worry you won't lose your leg, at least not if you see a doctor soon. The sooner you go the better chances you have to heal from it.
Meanwhile, consider taking at least 2-5 tablespoons of olive oil (extra virgin is great), also some garlic and onions, as much as you want. These three foods have an excellent capability to dissolve blood clots AND lower blood pressure.
This is a typical case of "it's bad, but not too bad if you treat it now".
I certainly don't want to freak you out, as it's not my intention, but it is your health and you should definitely see a doctor.
Good luck :)
2006-08-11 16:16:20 · answer #2 · answered by American Wildcat 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I suffered from blood clots twice, one of them almost killed me cause it was heading to the lungs, I had to be hospitalized for 17 days, in bed and could not move, the size of my leg never returned normal while the other clot passed without any major problems, I found out that I had factor 5 which is a blood disorder. so, what are you waiting for, go to the doctor NOW
2006-08-11 16:05:49 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Blood clots are dangerous. If they travel near your heart or god forbid your brain then you have a low chance of living. How do you know it's a blood clot? If your leg is giving you a lot of pain then it may be your sciatic nerve and you will still need to see a doc or chiroprator to fix this. To sum it up the cost of the doc may be worth it when he saves your life.
2006-08-11 16:13:13 · answer #4 · answered by Shayna 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go see a doctor NOW. If you really do have a blood clot there are things they can do to correct it without cutting off your leg.
But even if it came down to that would you rather be missing a leg or DEAD.
GO TO THE DOCTOR.
2006-08-11 16:04:39 · answer #5 · answered by John 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, a blood clot is a very serious thing. It could move to your heart or brain and kill you. See you doctor today. If you do not a have doctor, go to the nearest emergency room.
2006-08-11 16:09:21 · answer #6 · answered by e4rul 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stop wasting time asking questions on the internet and see a doctor. Blood clots can be fatal if they reach your heart or your brain.
2006-08-11 16:26:33 · answer #7 · answered by mel 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it is dangerous. They will likely verify that it is a clot and then treat it with medication. It is not likely that you will have your leg cut off though! Don't worry, but do go to the Dr. or ER now.
2006-08-11 16:12:46 · answer #8 · answered by girly girl 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Blood clots can be extemely serious. You should definitely go to the doctor ASAP.
2006-08-11 16:04:13 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to go to the doctor a blod clot can move up and block the valves to your heart and cause you to die.
2006-08-15 15:12:09 · answer #10 · answered by momof5ks 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to the doctor. If you dont get it taken care of then it could possibly get worse and keep building. Seriously, GO SEE A DOCTOR
2006-08-11 16:02:27 · answer #11 · answered by poeticsoul127 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋